Santa Claus Pet Photos: Holiday Fundraiser For Newark Animal Shelter

NEWARK, NJ — The following news release comes courtesy of Associated Humane Societies-Newark. Find out how to post announcements or events to your local Patch site.

Mark your calendars … Santa Claus is coming to town!

On Saturday, Nov. 4 from noon to 4 p.m., Santa will be taking time out of his busy schedule to come visit our Newark shelter to take pictures. For a $20 donation, you can have your pet sit for a 10-minute photo session with Santa himself. All animals are welcome. Please be sure small animals and cats are kept in carriers at all times until you're ready for your pictures. All dogs must be leashed.

All animals must have proof of rabies vaccinations. All photos will be emailed and uploaded to our Facebook Page for immediate download. Pre-register here: https://ahs.givecloud.co/SantaPawsNewark2023

Don't want to pre-register? We will accept cash at the door on the day of. All photos are on a first come, first serve basis and we apologize if there are longer than anticipated wait times.

No refunds are available, all registration costs are considered a donation towards the animals in our care. Masks must be worn inside the shelter and up until you're ready for your picture. Please maintain social distancing.

We hope you've been good this year … Santa is checking his “Nice List” for the good dogs and cats. Ho-Ho-Ho-hope to see you there!

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